February 03, 2014 -OWENSBORO, Ky. and MCLEAN, Va. - Hampton Hotels, Hilton Worldwide's global brand of more than 1,900 mid-priced Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, and Hampton by Hilton hotels, today announced the official opening of its newest property, the 150-room Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/ Waterfront located at 401 West Second Street.

"Hampton combines quality, innovation, comfort and plenty of value-added extras, making it the brand of choice in the marketplace today," said John Morton, general manager, Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront. "Quality accommodations and amenities combined with proactive, friendly service from our team members - all backed by the 100% Hampton® Guarantee - make us highly competitive in the Owensboro area."

The hotel is owned by Bryant Downtown Hotel, LLC. It is the second Hampton property in the Owensboro area and the 33rd in the state. Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront brings 40 new jobs to the area.

The hotel is conveniently located adjacent to Smothers Park and Owensboro Convention Center. Located off US 60, the Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/Waterfront offers easy access to shopping, dining, entertainment and attractions, including the Owensboro Museum of Science and History and the International Bluegrass Music Museum.

Guest rooms are equipped with modern amenities designed to help guests feel at home and stay productive, including a microwave, refrigerator, 42-inch TV and clean and fresh Hampton bed®. Inviting suites are also available, offering additional space and a comfortable sleeper sofa. The new hotel also features Hampton's Perfect Mix Lobby, designed with a variety of seating and lighting options for both leisure and business travelers as an extension of the guestroom.

Hampton Hotels fosters a unique culture of hospitality - called "Hamptonality." This term describes each hotel's approach to friendly customer service, anticipating guests' needs and providing travelers with helpful suggestions about area attractions, historical facts and fun things do around town. Additionally, hotels are infused with local photography and art work, highlighting each property's connection and support to its own community.

For more information or to make reservations, visit Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Owensboro/ Waterfront or call +1 270 685 2005. Read more about Hampton Hotels at www.hampton.com and www.news.hampton.com.

About Hampton Hotels

The Hampton Hotels brand, including Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites and Hampton by Hilton, is Hilton Worldwide’s award-winning leader in the mid-priced hotel segment, serving value-conscious and quality-driven travelers. With over 1,900 properties totaling more than 188,000 rooms in 14 countries and territories, Hampton Hotels is part of Hilton Worldwide, a leading global hospitality company. All Hampton hotels offer comfortable surroundings and a friendly service culture, defined as "Hamptonality," delivered by over 50,000 Team Members and supported by the 100% Hampton Guarantee®, reinforcing its commitment to providing excellent service to both business and leisure travelers alike. High-quality and consistent accommodations and amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and free hot breakfast, and the latest technology and innovations, such as multi-unit Power Cubes and the brand’s signature Clean and Fresh Hampton Bed®, combined with numerous locations globally have made Hampton a leader in its segment and one of the fastest growing hotel brands worldwide. Please visit www.hampton.com, http://news.hampton.com or www.hamptonoffers.com for more information and connect with Hampton Hotels online at www.faceboook.com/Hampton, http://twitter.com/Hampton or www.youtube.com/Hampton.